Hard

Ice Lakes Basin (Silverton)

Colorado

Distance7 mi
Est. time~3 hr 32 min
Elevation gain2,400 ft
RouteOut & back
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Ice Lakes Basin (Silverton) is a hard 7-mile out & back hike in Colorado with about 2,400 ft of elevation gain. an unreal electric-turquoise alpine basin.

This handoff is a name search; confirm the correct trailhead before navigating. Check conditions, permits, and weather before you go — trails close, and mountain weather turns fast.

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